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Hirschsprung Disease Learning Center

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Hirschsprung''s disease is a blockage of the large intestine due to improper muscle movement in the bowel. It is a congenital condition, which means it is present from birth.Muscle contractions in the gut help digested ...

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Causes
Muscle contractions in the gut help digested materials move through the intestine. This is called peristalsis.
Tests
During a physical examination, the doctor may be able to feel loops of bowel in the swollen belly. A rectal examinat...
Treatments
The abnormal section of colon must be surgically removed. Sometimes this can be done in one operation.
Drugs
  • No Known Drug Therapy
Prevention
  • No known prevention
Doctor Specialties
Call your child's health care provider if symptoms of Hirschsprung's disease develop.Call your child's health care pr...

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